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Raintree Montessori School

4601 Clinton Pkwy
Lawrence, KS 66047
Founded in 1978 in a vacant church building surrounded by green fields and grazing cattle, Raintree is a private school which implements the Montessori philosophy of education.
Raintree offers half, extended and full-day classes for children ages 3-6 years.
In 1986 a full-day toddler class was added for children 18 months to age 3.
In 1992 Raintree expanded its program to included the elementary child, and now offers an ungraded Montessori elementary program for children ages 6-12.
In addition to the regular program, Raintree offers a summer camp for both Raintree students and those in Lawrence and surrounding communities.
Raintree's Toddler Community and Children's Houses are licensed by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked KS School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 400 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $16,104
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Raintree Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
400 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Raintree Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • Founded in 1978 in a vacant church building surrounded by green fields and grazing cattle, Raintree is a private school which implements the Montessori philosophy of education. Raintree offers half, extended and full-day classes for children ages 3-6 years. In 1986 a full-day toddler class was added for children 18 months to age 3. In 1992 Raintree expanded its program to included the elementary child, and now offers an ungraded Montessori elementary program for children ages 6-12. In addition to the regular program, Raintree offers a summer camp for both Raintree students and those in Lawrence and surrounding communities. Raintree's Toddler Community and Children's Houses are licensed by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Raintree Montessori School cost?
Raintree Montessori School's tuition is approximately $16,104 for private students.
What schools are Raintree Montessori School often compared to?
Raintree Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What is Raintree Montessori School's ranking?
Raintree Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Raintree Montessori School?
The application deadline for Raintree Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
I love this school and what it has provided for my child. He has such a strong sense of community, responsibility, care and compassion for his classmates and school. He is learning to LOVE learning and thriving in all aspects of his social, emotional, and academic needs. The teachers respect the students and in turn, the students respect them and others around them. I highly recommend Raintree--I can not imagine my child anywhere else.
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5  
I had three daughters who attended Raintree Montessori school and they learned organization, cooperation, and a love of reading. I liked their math sequence and universal integration of scholastic themes. i recommend Raintree Montessori to clients, family, and friends.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked KS School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 400 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $16,104
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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